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Pashiz - Khusro II
| Copper | 1.70 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Sasanian Empire (Sasanian Empire (224-651)) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Khusro II (590, 591-628) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 590-628 |
| Value | Chalkous (1⁄576) |
| Currency | Dinar (224 AD-651 AD) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.70 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#419860 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing bust of Anahit with flame nimbus.
Script: Inscriptional Pahlavi
Comment
Anahita is the Old Persian form of the name of an Iranian goddess and appears in complete and earlier form as Aradvi Sura Anahita (Arədvī Sūrā Anāhitā), the Avestan name of an Indo-Iranian cosmological figure venerated as the divinity of "the Waters" (Aban) and hence associated with fertility, healing and wisdom. There is also a temple named Anahita in Iran. Aredvi Sura Anahita is Ardwisur Anahid (اردویسور آناهید) or Nahid (ناهید) in Middle and Modern Persian, and Anahit in Armenian.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Khusro II, also known as Chosroes II, who was the last great king of the Sasanian Empire. He ruled from 590 to 628 AD and was known for his military campaigns against the Byzantine Empire and his efforts to reform the Sasanian Empire's government and economy. The coin's design may have been meant to promote Khusro II's image as a powerful and successful leader.
